Antique Victorian Albert Chain Silver 18ct Gold Gilt Dated 1886 Pearl A splendid pair of large

A splendid pair of large hoop earrings from the late 20th Century consisting of a spiralling 9ct gold hoop with chased detailing on top and matt texturing in between

making expertly cut paste stones like these highly desirable

25ct – Outer approx

which has long been the official symbol of Ireland

This is complemented by an image of dove with an olive branch in its beak which is also symbolic of peace

Antique Victorian Albert Chain Silver 18ct Gold Gilt Dated 1886 Pearl A splendid pair of largeA grand antique Victorian Albert chain made up of sterling silver curb links that graduate in size from the clasps down toward a T bar at the bottom. Each is stamped with a sterling lion mark and gilded in a bright 18ct yellow gold. Albert chains were popularised and named after Prince Albert, Queen Victorias consort in the 19th Century and were traditionally worn by gentlemen to secure a pocket watch to the buttonhole of a waistcoat. Today, they are